Children's Health and Safety Tips — Baby Care

Here you will find simple health and safety tips for pregnancy, babies, toddlers and young children. Our team checks each post against trusted health sources, like the American Academy of Pediatrics, the CDC and ACOG, and links to them so you can read more. These tips are for general information only and are not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor about your child's health or your own health.

Respiratory Infections in Kids: Signs, Care and When to Worry

Respiratory Infections in Kids: Signs, Care and When to Worry

Runny noses, coughs and sore throats are a normal part of childhood. KidsHealth says colds are the top reason kids visit the doctor and miss school. The American Academy of...

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UTI in Children: Signs, Treatment and Prevention Tips

UTI in Children: Signs, Treatment and Prevention Tips

Does your child cry when they pee, need to go all the time, or have accidents after being potty trained? Does your baby have a fever with no clear reason?...

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Ear Infection in Children

Ear Infection in Children

If your little one is fussy, tugging at an ear and not sleeping well after a cold, an ear infection could be the reason. Ear infections are one of the...

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Why Babies Cry: Common Reasons and How to Calm Your Baby

Why Babies Cry: Common Reasons and How to Calm Your Baby

All babies cry. It is the main way they can tell you they need something. The good news is that babies usually cry less as they grow. KidsHealth says babies...

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House Pets and Newborn Baby Safety: Tips for Dogs and Cats

House Pets and Newborn Baby Safety: Tips for Dogs and Cats

Your new baby is finally home. If you have a dog or a cat, you may be asking yourself if it is safe to have them around your baby, and...

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Fall Prevention for Toddlers: Home Safety Tips for Parents

Fall Prevention for Toddlers: Home Safety Tips for Parents

Watching your child learn to roll, crawl, walk and climb is so much fun. But every new skill also brings new ways to get hurt. Toddlers are fast and curious,...

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Teething Baby: Signs, Safe Relief and What to Avoid

Teething Baby: Signs, Safe Relief and What to Avoid

Is your baby drooling more than usual and chewing on everything they can reach? They may be teething. For hundreds of years, people blamed teething for all kinds of health...

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Is Baby Powder Safe for Babies? What Doctors Say and What to Use Instead

Is Baby Powder Safe for Babies? What Doctors Say and What to Use Instead

No, baby powder is not a safe choice for babies. The American Academy of Pediatrics tells parents to avoid it. The fine powder floats into the air during a diaper...

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Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths?

Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths?

If you have a baby, you already know this. Toys, fingers, feet, keys, the TV remote, even the dog's ball. It all goes straight into the mouth. It can be...

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Car Seat Safety Tips and Warnings for Newborns and Toddlers

Car Seat Safety Tips and Warnings for Newborns and Toddlers

A car seat is one of the most important things you will ever buy for your child. But a car seat only works well when it is the right seat,...

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10 Health and Safety Tips for Kids Every Parent Should Know

10 Health and Safety Tips for Kids Every Parent Should Know

Keeping your child healthy and safe is one of the biggest jobs a parent has. There is so much advice out there that it can feel confusing, especially for new...

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Newborn Baby Month 1: Crying, Sleep and Growth in Early Days

Newborn Baby Month 1: Crying, Sleep and Growth in Early Days

During the first month, you may feel tense as you are still learning to look after your baby. That is normal. Try to enjoy this time and worry a little...

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